Prepare apples; set aside and cover.,Measure oil in large mixing bowl, add sugar and eggs and mix well at low speed until creamy smooth.,Sift flour and measure.,Then sift again with salt, soda and baking powder.,Add flour mixture to creamed mixture in small amounts.,Beat well after each addition.,When batter becomes stiff, remove beater and finish mixing by hand. Fold in chopped nuts and apples last.,______,Spread evenly in a 9 x 13-inch pan lined with greased wax paper.,Bake at 350°,for about 55 minutes to 1 hour.,Turn out on cake rack to cool, or ice and serve from the pan.